Member Etiquette

• Appropriate language and behaviour is expected at all times.
• In all physical activity areas, beverages must be contained in a sealed plastic container.
• Appropriate athletic footwear and exercise clothing is required when doing physical exercise.
• Please respect the scent free policy of the Y.
• Please be respectful when using a cell phone in Y facilities.
• No recording of any type (including photo, video, audio) while in any Y Health and Fitness facility or program without express permission from Y Management.

• Plates and dumbbells are to be returned to designated places or positions on racks.
• Sanitizing stations are located throughout the conditioning floor. Always disinfect equipment after use.
• Gym bags are not permitted on the floor. A small mesh bag can be used for personal fitness accessories.
• We all count on each other to share equipment, especially between sets.
• Exercises are to be performed in a controlled manner.
• Dropping of dumbbells and plates is not permitted.

The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a place where everyone should feel welcome and included. Our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness influence our actions and decisions and form the foundation of all Y policies and programs.

Our Ys offer three changeroom options to support and respect the needs of all members/visitors:

• A universal changeroom with private changing areas where all genders are welcome.
• A women’s changeroom where those who identify as female (and children 5Y and under with a parent/guardian) are welcome.
• A men’s changeroom where those who identify as male (and children 5Y and under with a parent/guardian) are welcome.